How far is it from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA)?

The distance between Sheffield, Sheffield and East Midlands Airport (EMA) is 54 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA)?

The drive from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.

What is the best route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA)?

The fastest route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) covers 54 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.

Which direction is East Midlands Airport (EMA) from Sheffield, Sheffield?

East Midlands Airport (EMA) lies roughly to the south of Sheffield, Sheffield.

Which towns do you pass between Sheffield, Sheffield and East Midlands Airport (EMA)?

Towns on the route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) include Rotherham, Staveley, Sutton in Ashfield, Beeston, Loughborough.

Are there charging stations between Sheffield, Sheffield and East Midlands Airport (EMA)?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA), including Castle Donington, Castle Donington (560 kW); 205 Nottingham Road, Nottingham (360 kW); A1 (M), Worksop (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 516.

Sheffield, Sheffield East Midlands Airport (EMA)

Distance: 54 miDuration: 1 h 5 min

Driving from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) takes about 1 h 5 min via M1. The distance is 54 mi. The straight-line distance is 39 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Base Green, Sheffield, Nether Handley, Watnall, Attenborough, Thrumpton, Nottinghamshire. Driving directions

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Driving directions29 · 54 mi

1 Depart left onto Castle Square 30 yd
2 Continue straight onto High Street 74 yd
3 Continue straight onto Commercial Street 1 mi
4 Enter rotary slightly left onto Sheffield Parkway 145 yd
5 Exit rotary straight onto Sheffield Parkway 3 mi
6 Keep slightly right onto Sheffield Parkway 2 mi
7 Continue straight onto Rotherham Gateway 3 mi
8 Enter rotary straight 1 mi
9 Exit rotary slightly left 1 mi
10 Merge slightly right 44 mi
11 Take exit slightly left 1 mi
12 Continue straight 1 mi
13 Merge slightly left 1 mi

14 Turn slightly left 15 yd
15 Keep slightly right 1 mi
16 Keep slightly left onto Ashby Road 1 mi
17 Keep slightly right 10 yd
18 Keep slightly left 1 mi
19 Enter roundabout slightly left onto Ashby Road 1 mi
20 Exit roundabout straight onto Ashby Road 1 mi
21 Enter rotary left onto Beverley Road 89 yd
22 Exit rotary slightly left onto Beverley Road 105 yd
23 Enter roundabout left onto Beverley Road 40 yd
24 Exit roundabout slightly left onto Beverley Road 1 mi
25 Turn right 1 mi
26 Turn sharp left 1 mi
27 Turn right 80 yd
28 Turn right 69 yd
29 Arrive left

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The return trip from East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Sheffield, Sheffield covers roughly the same distance, 54 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

516 chargers

Castle Donington, Castle DoningtonCastle Donington, Castle Donington, DE74 2TN560 kW
205 Nottingham Road, Nottingham205 Nottingham Road, Nottingham, NG16 1AE360 kW
A1 (M), WorksopA1 (M), Worksop, Nottinghamshire, S81 8HG360 kW
Moto Donington Park Services, DiseworthMoto Donington Park Services, Diseworth, DE74 2TN360 kW
High Road, DoncasterHigh Road, Doncaster, DN4 9UX350 kW

EV Charging Points

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Popular routes from destination

Popular destinations close by

East Midlands Airport (EMA) → King’s Newton5 mi · 15 min East Midlands Airport (EMA) → Castle Donington5 mi · 10 min East Midlands Airport (EMA) → Hemington, Leicestershire5 mi · 15 min East Midlands Airport (EMA) → Dale Abbey12 mi · 20 min East Midlands Airport (EMA) → Nottingham14 mi · 25 min East Midlands Airport (EMA) → Stretton under Fosse37 mi · 45 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 4 September 2026.

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Questions and answers

How far is it from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA)?: The distance between Sheffield, Sheffield and East Midlands Airport (EMA) is 54 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA)?: The drive from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) takes approximately 1 h 5 min by car.
What is the best route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA)?: The fastest route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) covers 54 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 5 min.
Which direction is East Midlands Airport (EMA) from Sheffield, Sheffield?: East Midlands Airport (EMA) lies roughly to the south of Sheffield, Sheffield.
Which roads does the route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) follow?: The drive from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) mainly follows M1.
Which towns do you pass between Sheffield, Sheffield and East Midlands Airport (EMA)?: Towns on the route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA) include Rotherham, Staveley, Sutton in Ashfield, Beeston, Loughborough.
Are there charging stations between Sheffield, Sheffield and East Midlands Airport (EMA)?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Sheffield, Sheffield to East Midlands Airport (EMA), including Castle Donington, Castle Donington (560 kW); 205 Nottingham Road, Nottingham (360 kW); A1 (M), Worksop (360 kW). Charging points on this route: 516.

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